This 18 piece brake pad and caliper service tool kit is designed to rotate pistons back into the caliper to provide clearance for new pads and prevents damage to the piston and boot. Constructed of high carbon steel for added durability, this caliper tool kit can be used with most makes of vehicles. Handle brake service from the comfort of your own garage with this handy caliper tool kit.

I second every other positive review and their points but did need to mention that there are two versions of this tool; Not two part numbers or two different products, but 2 revisions of...Read complete review

I second every other positive review and their points but did need to mention that there are two versions of this tool; Not two part numbers or two different products, but 2 revisions of this same tool that you need to watch out for. One has shear pins and one has a solid straight through construction. Let me explain in more detail:

The first version I bought online broke on first use. I do have to admit I was cranking on it trying to get a stubborn piston pushed back in (it never did go back in and was rebuilt) but this is how I noticed the fatal flaw: On the version I purchased it had a set screw/shear pin near the end to connect the magnetic tip to the threaded part of shaft. So when you crank on the handle that tiny set screw or shear pin or whatever it is breaks and shears and the tips just spin freely making the tool useless. I am not sure if this was an oversight or if it is intended to shear with too much force but IMO it is like using a ratchet for a breaker bar: It disintegrates with any significant load and isn't designed for that.

So I returned the tool to HF and they replaced it with a new one. This new one was clearly a revamp as the package is subtly different and noticeable side by side with some small differences. HOWEVER, the biggest difference is that the double handled twist levers have solid threaded bars that are welded on to the magnetic tip. Not the interchangeable tips mind you, but the end of the tool you put the tips on is one straight piece with the threaded rod now. So no longer is it two pieces and is durable and will last. The new version worked perfectly on my other caliper which had a stubborn piston as well and even the HF manager was surprised between the two versions and could clearly see the design flaw and how they improved it to make it more competent. I can see having this tool for years and being able to use it on all my cars in the future

So bottom line: GREAT tool, GREAT price, GREAT flexibility and Rev 2.0 is a must.

P.S. You can see the set screw/shear pin in the image above if you look at the large image. Do not settle with this version if you ever expect to be able to push back any piston other than the newest and easiest moving piston. Anytime you need to apply force it won't handle it. IMO HF should replace any old version with no questions regardless of how long ago they were purchased.

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Although the tool kit did work with the screw in type calipers it did take some effort to actually screw them in I had to keep backing off. And as far as regular calipers...Read complete review

Although the tool kit did work with the screw in type calipers it did take some effort to actually screw them in I had to keep backing off. And as far as regular calipers this tool lacks the the force to push them in I went online and found another review where the person said he had to rethread the tool to get it to work well, as for me I haven't made up my mind if im keeping it yet

I used this on my 2008 Chrysler Town and Country. While no die was a perfect fit, I found one that fit adequately. I've done the back disk brakes without a press before but I guess I was a little younger than because I just didn't have the strength to compress the caliper as I turned this time around. I wish had gotten one of these 15 years ago. It made the job a breeze.

This is an outstanding value, and a must for the screw in type brake calipers. Its fully adjustable and comes with a good selection of fittings for brands and models of brakes. I just used on Ford 500 and it made the job down right easy. I wish I had one of these a long time ago. As others have said, it's a gem.

As others have said, this is one of the gems in HFT's tool lineup. I suspect that this is the same tool that is sold for more under other brand names, but this one includes the left hand threaded press tool which many of the others don't. Really, for all your caliper servicing needs, you only need this tool and a ratcheting press for multi-piston calipers - due to the design of this tool it won't work on dual or four piston calipers, but that is not a real negative. For those situations I would recommend the Lang/Kastar 279 (sadly not sold at HFT) as a complement to this tool set. Both I and the shop foreman at my friend's shop have used this tool extensively and both of us are more than happy with it. If mine broke tomorrow I would go to HFT and buy this tool again; you can pay a lot more for a similar tool but I don't know that you can buy a better one. It's that surprisingly good!

As others have said, grease or oil the threads before using. Otherwise, it just works, and works well.

The first time I did brakes on my Ford wagon I borrowed a tool just like this from a mechaic friend of mine that cost 100 times the price of this one. I found this at Harbour Freight and bought it because of all the good reviews. I held onto this for quite a while before I finally got to use it. It worked flawlessly. I don't know how well it would hold up to the every day use of a professional mechanic but for my purposes it's a great tool at a fantastic price.

I would put this set up against ANY professional brand. This thing is one of those gems at Harbor Freight. The only thing that I don't like is that the finish is a little rough. Could use a good polishing.

Great kit, I have used it on many vehicles and it keeps on going. The only thing I would improve is if the center were magnetic so it held the disks in place, but it's not a big deal. Definitely lube the screw threads well and it'll work flawlessly. I wish there was a place to keep a wrench in the case but it's no bog deal either.

I haven't done a lot of brake jobs,so everytime I do I have to read a manual.I thought you need a clamp to get the caliper off the disc,so I bought this kit,and If you can.you still need a clpamp unless you can puul in the caliper piston by hand,wich I did,but as soon as I figured it out it worked like a champ.

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